BREAST CANCER AWARENESS
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The GFWC Grundy Woman’s Club that I am a member of has participated in a “Ladies Night Out” event for several years. The last two years, we have hosted the event. Food and admission are free to all, and there are vendors who set up and sell all different kinds of items. 
The woman’s club started the “Bras For A Cause” as a fundraiser for the Relay For Life. We charge $10.00 to enter a decorated bra, and then everyone can vote for their favorite by putting money in a cup in front of the bra. These bras can be pretty, funny, or serious. Here are some of my favorites.
We have some very talented ladies in our town. 
A past member of the woman’s club contacted me about a book she has written. Susan worked at one of the local banks in town and was the wife of the pastor of Vansant Baptist Church. This book chronicles her story of her diagnosis, treatments, and her reliance on God.
I wore this outfit one day while I was in Las Vegas. I tried it on before I left to make sure everything looked okay together, so I took a few pictures. This is just the cutest top. I bought it at a local boutique in town. It is by La Reine. I wasn’t sure how I was going to like the cropped style, but I love it. I wore a pair of high-waisted pants with the top because no one wants to see my flabby, pasty-white stomach.
I hardly ever carry any of my vintage purses, but I thought you might like to see this one. It is a silver basketweave metal purse with a lucite handle and a dark gray lucite top. I bought this from the ladies who will be having a vintage fashion show in Marietta, Georgia this coming weekend. You never know what will be in the show.
I fell in love with these python print shoes by G.I.L.I. I bought them right before I left at the outlet store in town. I really, really like these shoes. The print is stunning and I love how the straps go at a diagonal and have a single stud closure. They are extremely easy to put on and take off.
The lace and the bell sleeve really make this top stand out. I also like how the top just flows about your body, that way there is no visible lumps and bumps. The navy pants, I know they look black here, are some that I have worn over and over. I love this pair because they are pulled on. They have just enough stretch to make them fit well, but they are not too tight.
I can’t believe the response that I have had to the Rodan and Fields multi-function eye cream giveaway. Either you gurls love to give a shout out to your town, or you are really wanting to try out Rodan and Fields. Either way, I LOVED all the responses. There were 362 responses, so I asked Siri to pick a random number between 1 and 362. I then counted to that number, and the winner of the eye cream is Sara Dubman from Appleton, WI!!!! You are one very lucky lady!
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WOW!!! Do I LOVE this look on you Tania! You are rocking those python heels. I love how that strap looks A definite and classic look. A definite look to wear!! You are honestly helping me see how certain tops with certain shoes and a handbag can look GREAT!!. It really helps when you state who made the tops, shoes and pants. That really helps!! Thank You!!
My sister-in-law battled breast cancer a few years ago and, thank god, won. So far, no remissions, no regrowth of tumour, so we are hopeful. Everyone in my husband’s family, who has passed, has passed due to cancer, and because of that, we are constantly on the look-out for all sorts of signs. For the most part, cancer takes time to grow, giving us time to be vigilant and check.
I know this sounds superficial given the gravity of the topic but I do love your top, Tania. Very dreamy.
And if you haven’t yet, do come over and join my weekly Friday Link-Up? I’d love to see you there.
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Breast cancer is a scary disease but I am an ovarian cancer survivor and there is never any publicity for it. September is ovarian cancer month. Maybe next year, you could mention this in a post.
My grandmother lost her battle with ovarian cancer at the age of 49 which was years ago. There is not as much publicity about it and I commend you for wanting it more recognized. ~Lisa~
My mother is two-time breast cancer survivor. She had been in remission for five years and one month when they found cancer on the other side. Her faith in God and her resilient spirit is the reason we celebrated her 80th birthday last month. I am so blessed she is still with us and can say she has beat cancer! Praise God!!
Good morning! My paternal grandmother died of breast cancer, my mom is a breast cancer survivor and my niece is a liver cancer survivor (she was diagnosed at 32 and received a lover that transplant a year). Have a great day!
What a great idea…they are all so clever it’s hard to pick a favorite! My stepmom, Teresa, is a breast cancer survivor, my mother in law, Kathy, lost her battle with breast cancer 31 years ago next month. Prayers to all those currently undergoing treatment. Remember those mammograms!
Tania, what a great way to raise money for a good cause. Cute outfit! Thanks for hosting the link up. – Amy
http://stylingrannymama.com/
I am a breast cancer survivor, 7 years cancer free! Praise the Lord! I have a pink fire truck named after me in my hometown. It travels to functions, getting signatures, and raises money that actually helps patients locally. I am very proud yet humbled, but very grateful for all the good work that comes from all the fund raisers.
While reading through the post, I was quite surprised to see the book written by a local pastor’s wife in my town!! While I don’t attend that church (am in a “sister” church) there has been good publicity about her story here. Glad to see you’re promoting for her.
I love this outfit!!! And those shoes!!! WOW.
My mother (Vickey) had breast cancer, she survived it, only to pass from lung cancer. She was only 62 when she passed in 2009. I still miss her so much!! I get a mammogram every year. Thank you for your great blog! I enjoy seeing what you are wear and your words of wisdom. I think we’d be great friends if we knew each other in person. But since that is not possible. I’ll just keep on reading! 🙂 haha
Love your outfit! I love the bras, laughter is so important & the bras definitely bring smiles. My Mom was a Survivor, my Sister a Survivor & I’m a 12 year Survivor! I’m praying for Patti!
FABULOUS top!!! so cute. And I really like the necklace, too.
Thanks for hosting the link up!
My mother-in-law, Betty.
It appears that Cancer is the death of choice in my genetics, but I will do my best to keep my immune system strong to fight off any avoidable little cancerous critters. My Mom had Ovarian cancer at about 20 years old…good thing she had two babies as a teenager (little blessings…my sister and I) and then breast cancer twice in her thirties. She’s in her late 70’s and going strong. Her name is Rosemary.
Love this outfit on you Tania! Those shoes are gorgeous! My friend Karen Hartlieb is a breast cancer survivor.
Seriously loving this gorgeous top! Your picnic basket purse is just too adorable. I enjoyed seeing all of the decorated bras. This sounds like a great event.
My sister is a 16 year survivor. A Special Ed teacher on my campus is a survivor. I lost a best friend in 2012. I miss her every. single. day.
My sister and I are half-sisters. Her mother died from breast cancer. Our father was widowed at 32 with 2 small children. At Christmas. I tear up every time I think about it. This was back in the early 60s. (He later married my mother; then they had me.)
Okay….moving on. I LOVE that top! (I’m wearing a gray bell sleeve top today.) And those shoes! I have a pair of Guess snakeskin pumps that are one of my faves, but yours are so much more fun.
Those bras are a hoot! Sending this on to friends and family.
Congratulations to Sara who won the R & F eye cream! I would love one of the sample kits, please! And I love your blouse!
THANK ALL OF YOU FOR YOUR RECOGNITION OF BREAST CANCER AWARENESS & THE WONDERFUL CREATIVE WAY THAT YA’LL WENT ABOUT IT TO HAVE GREAT MEANING!! I ALSO ABSOLUTELY LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT OUTFIT….THIS IS ME ALL THE WAY…..MUCH LOVE, DEB
I am a breast cancer survivor. I would love to win the book because it is always so encouraging to read someone else’s story and how God brought them through such a hard, life-altering experience. God was so gracious to me and I am so thankful to him. My friend Julie is battling breast cancer right now. If anyone reading felts led to, would you please pray for her? She is a really sweet lady and is going through chemo.
I will pray for Julie….~Lisa~
I am a survivor as well as my 3 sisters.
My nephews wife Tonya is a survivor and one of the bravest ladies I know.
Love this outfit on you. It is also a great date night outfit – sassy and sexy! I have several friends that “won” their battles with breast cancer by earning their wings. While we don’t like the earthly ending of their story, their heavenly story have just begun. Praying for all the ladies in this thread and their loved ones engaged in their battles. Love you all!
That’s a lovely way to look at it. I guess I’m just selfish. I want Stacy here. She should be at her daughter’s wedding next April and to see her son graduate from the University of Texas next May. She died before he was out of high school. I miss her so.
My sister, Jean is a breast cancer survivor. My late sister, Judy was a breast cancer survivor, but succumbed to ovarian cancer in 2009. Unfortunately, there is no reliable test for ovarian cancer.
Cancer sucks. Breast cancer is cruel. It took my Granny in 2012 and my aunt is fighting the good fight. My co-worker is a 10+ year survivor and another co-worker is going through chemo now. Today we will be presenting a check to Massie Cancer in Richmond Va at my Company in Stony Creek Virginia, Davis Travel Center, for $50,000.00 thanks to our customers and employees efforts to give cancer the boot. Much love to all who have won, continue to battle and all those that lost loved ones to this awful disease.
I want to try the artisan & Fields, but need to wait till next year. Hoping for the facial!
Tania, Your outfit looks beautiful today!!! My Aunt Joyce is a cancer survivor for 30+ years now, praise the Lord! Also, Marveena who has just gone through her last reconstructive surgery. Ladies, please get your mammograms!! Early detection is a critical key!
My sister n law..Margie payseur.
I am interested in one of your sample packs for R and F.
I lost my daughter with breast cancer after she battled it for 10 years.
how is the fit on GiLi shoes,?
they look so good on the Q, but not taking a chance to order
you get such good deals at the outlet
They fit pretty true to size.
I read your blog every single day. I love it and look forward to it each morning! I am a breast cancer survivor- 2 years.
Hope I’m in the first 40. Would love to try a sample!
Great cause & great bras!!
I haven’t tried the bell sleeves yet…did you have any functionality issues when wearing it?
The shoes are right up my alley—if you get tired of them, feel free to send them my way!
jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
I love the lines of this outfit. The shorter top and high waisted pants really elongate your legs. The shoes are to die for and I might die if I wore them but I do appreciate them.
A sister of one of my good friends started a non-profit organization here called “Women Rock”. They provide support and free mammograms. They have many events but one annual event is the “Bras for a Cause” event. It’s a little different though, because men actually model the bras,,which is hilarious in itself. They have had a fire truck donated which of course iis paited pink, and women who are battling the disease or lost the fight are able to paint their names on the truck which is also used for parades, etc. I have a cousin Cindy who is a survivor, and a good friend Kristi, who sadly lost the fight. Prayers to all those affected by this disease in any way…
Lori, that sounds pretty funny to think about the men wearing the bras.? It is such a shame that there is still no cure for this disease, but there are many advances that hopefully will lead to a cure.
Loved your post – our local hospital sponsors a “Power of Pink” luncheon that I will attend this week. They also have a bra decoration. So much fun while bringing serious issues to light. I was diagnosed with breast cancer a little over 3 years ago (DCIS) and my mom is a breast cancer survivor (12 years) at 86 years young! I am enjoying my R & F and would love a sample!
Stacy, I am happy to hear that you and your mom are survivors! I will send you an email about the R & F samples.
My grandmother had breast cancer when she was 70 years old. She beat it thankfully. She passed away 2 months ago at the age of 98. It’s still hard to believe she’s gone. I miss her every day.
Your outfit is adorable. Love all the funny bras.
It is wonderful that your grandmother lived until 98 years old. I bet she had some wonderful stories to tell.
My mother in law died from metastatic breast cancer Dec. 30, 2013
Her name was Carolyn.
I am so sorry, Juanita.
My beautiful Aunt Geniece developed breast cancer at 95. She was such a vibrant lady ( was still on a bowling league in her 90’s) and while she fought it valiantly, she succumbed at 96. I still miss her….
Your Aunt sounded like a wonderful lady!
I am a 6 year breast cancer survivor. Early detection from a mammogram can help you survive. My Mother is also a breast cancer survivor but not quite to her 5 year mark yet. Thank you for bringing attention to this. I loathe the pink month of October but only because it is a reminder of the long journey. Breast cancer is not pretty and it isn’t cute and pink. Please look closely at Pink items that are sold this month to be sure the money raised is really going to research or to help those struggling with the disease. Far too many items are commercialism and line the pockets of the those that are not touched by this horrible beast. If you can give, support a cause like Tania’s group or help someone locally you know that is struggling. Bless everyone that has to deal with this.
Beth, it is great to hear that you and your mom are survivors. It is unfortunately true that a lot of people take advantage of those only trying to help. I like giving locally, at least I know that the money was used for those here in my community.
Thank You for this reminder!
LOVE your outfit today — especially the vintage purse! What a great find! Congrats to you and the other ladies of the Grundy WC for hosting this fabulous breast cancer awareness event. The Hello Titty bra is too funny! My favorite by far. My club meets tomorrow night and I can’t wait to tell them about your event. My mom passed away from breast cancer in 1974 and know several ladies who, thank God, are breast cancer survivors.
Pat, you should see the pictures from when the club wore bras on the outside of their clothing. It was hilarious! I am sorry about your mom, this is a terrible disease.
I am a breast cancer survivor- celebrating 9 years, thank you Lord!!
What a lovely outfit!
I’m walking on Sunday, along with many others, to support funding and knowledge of breast cancer. I’ve done it for many years. Mom had breast cancer and ended up with a mastectomy. It was caught with a mammogram and wasn’t even palpable by her doctor at that point. I urge everyone to get that test! Being a daughter, it is my concern that will be a future problem for me, too, but diligently am tested yearly. Thank God treatments and diagnostic tests improve constantly.
So, please, anyone who has yet to have a mammogram, please do.
Love the bra fundraiser! Such fun!
You are right, Audrey. Early detection can be the key to survival. I used to have my mammogram every October since it was breast cancer awareness month. But, I had to cancel the appointment several times for different reasons, and I am now doing mine sometime in May. But, I always do one!
I’m a 17 year survivor-Donna Cox
That is so great, Donna!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 17 years = 17 exclamation points❤️
This is really a beautiful look Tania! I love the top and the shoes are fabulous.
Debbie
http://www.fashionfairydust.com
Thanks so much, Debbie!
Beautiful top and I like your cross pendant. I found one about that size at a vintage shop in Upstate NY with a gorgeous pearl in the center. The bras were cute and very creative. My prayers are with anyone battling breast cancer and to the survivors that they will continue to be cancer free. My friend Linda just recently found out she has breast cancer and her first treatment is today. Thank you Tania for acknowledging this month as a reminder to pray for so many ladies. ~Lisa~
Lisa, I will say a prayer for your friend and her family. This is a horrible disease and one that I hope our granddaughters will never have to worry about.
Thank you and Amen 🙂
A great way to bring awareness to such an important cause!
And I love your outfit! The top is so cute! And I love your fabulous shoes! And what a fun handbag! A great outfit all around.
Thanks for the link up! Happy Wednesday!
Andrea
Andrea’s Wellness Notes
Thanks, Andrea. It is so hard to laugh when you talk about breast cancer, but with this event, we at least get everyone to “talk” and that is so important.
Love the bras! Hello Titty is my favorite because that’s how a little girl we know always pronounced it and it made us all snicker!
Would love a R&F sample ?
I am currently battling Breast Cancer (still sounds so surreal to me) and have been doing Chemo for a month. I do not want to wish away time, but I’m anxious for January to be here when I will be through all Chemo treatments. Cheers to Rebecca Dartez for beating BC and sweet memories of Justina Schultz who did not
I just said a prayer for you Patti that God will give you “his” supernatural strength on your toughest days through this journey and I will continue to pray for you. ~Lisa~
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Patti, I saw on Facebook that you were taking Chemo treatments. I understand you wanting to have all the treatments over and done with. I’ll get a sample out to you, and I will continue to have you and your family in my prayers.?
From one Patti to another- you’ll be in my prayers daily! Our Father is forever faithful and He will use you in a mighty way. <3
Hi Tania–great post and love your outfit. My mom is a breast cancer survivor. She was diagnosed in 1979 and just celebrated a birthday–85 years young. God bless all those struggling with breast cancer.
Rose Ann, it is great to hear stories of survivors! Thank you for sharing your mom’s story.?
Stunning shoes and bag. Never seen a bag like that!
Thanks Nancy!
Wow love your look Tania – and those decorated bras just made my morning – haven’t laughed so hard in ages!!!
Have a super day,
xx Yvonne
http://www.funkyforty.com
The bras are pretty funny, and I am amazed at all the creativity that everyone puts into making them
What a great tongue in cheek way to raise awareness! I’ve had a few giggle flicking through. Thank you for hosting x
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We’ve been doing the Bras For A Cause for several years. I need to show everyone some of the pictures of our woman’s club when we showed up “wearing” bras on the outside of our clothing?
Another wonderful outfit and those shoes ? What a lucky find! Blessings to all those ladies and men out there with breast cancer. I found a lump when my boys were little which thankfully turned out to be a cyst but it was an anxious week waiting for the results.
Caroline, I am glad that everything turned out fine for you. Self-examinations and mammograms are very important!
I think the Hello Titty bra was my favorite. What a fun way to support such a worthy cause. As for your outfit, it’s fabulous. Those shoes are killer and the bell sleeves are so cool and on trend. Thanks for hosting.
Rena
http://www.finewhateverblog.com
I laughed out loud when I saw the Hello Titty one. I was taken off guard and not expecting that.
My sister in law Cheryl Perniciaro is a survivor. However, my brother’s first wife, Ginny died from breast cancer. My pastors wife Ginger Odor is now battling breast cancer.
I am sorry Mariana that your life have been touched by this disease. I said a prayer for all those you listed.